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Access to Higher Education at Hartpury

If you want to gain the qualifications you need to progress on to university, an Access to Higher Education Diploma provides the perfect way to achieve your goals.

Land-Based Studies (Agriculture, Animal or Equine)

Your progression opportunities Our students have gone on to study degrees in sports business, coaching, conditioning, management, performance and therapy at Hartpury University and other institutions. This could lead to a career as: sessions to develop the skills and knowledge of sport. Learn from people who understand the science and support networks behind professional athletes. With access to state-of- the-art sports facilities, rehabilitation labs, gyms and pitches, you’ll be well-prepared for your university course. Your modules could include anatomy, physiology, human and sports science, coaching, fitness testing, health and injury management. Sports Studies Our Sports Studies Access Diploma is the perfect entry point to start your journey towards a career in the global sports industry. You’ll complete academic and practical

Our Land-Based Studies Access Diploma will provide you with the necessary study skills and field specific grounding to succeed at your chosen agriculture degree. It includes animal and equine pathways, ideal if you have a passion for working with animals or horses. Benefit from practical sessions on our commercial Home Farm, Animal Collection and Equine Centre. Your modules could include business, science, bioscience and chemistry, as well as land-based skills and specialist animal / equine modules. Your progression opportunities Our students have gone on to study degrees in animal science, behaviour and welfare, equine science, veterinary nursing and agriculture at Hartpury University and other institutions. This could lead to a career as: •• Animal / Equine Nutritionist •• Cattery / Kennel Technician •• Veterinary Nurse / Equine Veterinary Nurse •• Farm Manager •• Competition or Stud Groom

•• Sports Therapist •• Fitness Instructor •• PE Teacher •• Sports Nutritionist •• Sports Psychology •• Sports Coach

•• Yard Manager •• Horse Trainer

There are no formal entry requirements for our Access diplomas. You'll be invited to an interview to discuss your application.

If you’re over 19 and you’ve already studied a college course, you can take out an Advanced Learner Loan. If you progress to university, you won’t have to pay this back.